15 actors who acted terribly in a lead role

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15) Mark Wahlberg in The Happening (2008)

Mark Wahlberg (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)
Mark Wahlberg (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

Mark Wahlberg’s performance in The Happening became a symbol of the film’s failure. His portrayal of Elliot Moore, a science teacher caught in a mysterious ecological crisis, felt awkward and unconvincing. Wahlberg’s confused expressions and flat delivery turned serious scenes into unintentional comedy. Critics pointed out how his acting failed to match the film’s intended tone, leaving audiences disengaged from the story. Key moments, such as his attempt to reason with plants, became laughable rather than suspenseful.

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